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Greek Lemon Rice

Delightful Greek Lemon Rice: A Bright Mediterranean Breeze

This Greek Lemon Rice is a vibrant, zesty side dish perfect for elevating your meals.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 210

Ingredients
  

For the Rice
  • 1 cup Long-Grain Rice Substitute with basmati or jasmine rice if desired.
  • 2 cups Broth (Vegetable/Chicken) Using broth adds richness.
For the Flavor
  • 1 each Lemon Juice and Zest Essential for flavor.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced and sautéed.
  • 1 each Onion Finely chopped.
For the Freshness
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Chopped.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Dill
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
  • 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil For sautéing.

Equipment

  • medium pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium pot, heat 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil over medium heat. Add 1 finely chopped onion and 2 minced garlic cloves. Sauté for about 3-4 minutes, until the onion becomes translucent and fragrant.
  2. Add 1 cup of long-grain rice to the pot, stirring to coat it with the olive oil and vegetables. Let the rice toast for 1-2 minutes, until lightly golden and aromatic.
  3. Pour in 2 cups of vegetable or chicken broth and increase the heat to high. Bring to a rolling boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover. Simmer for 18-20 minutes, until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender.
  4. Remove pot from heat and stir in the zest and juice of 1 lemon, along with 1/4 cup of chopped fresh parsley, 1 tablespoon of fresh dill, and 1 teaspoon of dried oregano. Allow flavors to meld before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 4gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 240mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Rinse the rice first to remove excess starch for fluffy grains. Use low-sodium broth for a balanced flavor. Fresh herbs should be added just before serving for vibrancy.

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